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A recovering heroin addict - who once lived inside an electricity box here in Northriding - has told HOT1027 News she had completely given up on life before a stranger stopped at a traffic light and offered to help. Today, on the eve of "International Drug Addiction Awareness Day", she's eight years clean and helping other addicts rebuild their lives. HOT1027's Tara Penny has more...

For those stuck in the car, in stuuupid traffic... HOT 1027 Drive with Ian F presents... the Department of Stupid Games. Have fun with us!

Hot Topic Topic: How sustainable are medical schemes if costs keep outpacing contributions? Guest: Leo Dlamini, CEO and principal officer at Bestmed Medical Scheme

Tech Perspectives Topic: From TV to TikTok: How fans are consuming football Guest: Leslie Adams, Sales Director at Reach Africa

Expert Topic: Property rights win as court blocks Tshwane land grab Guest: Bulelwa Mabasa: Director and head of the Land Reform Practice, Werksmans Attorneys

Expert Topic: Self-directed investing gains ground as investors seek financial independence Guest: Shivani Naidoo, Head of EQT at Old Mutual Wealth

Markets Guest: Viv Govender - Rand Swiss

Airlink CEO De Villiers Engelbrecht joins HOT 102.7 Breakfast to reveal what it means to be the official domestic airline partner for the 2026 South Africa vs New Zealand tour. From flying the teams to getting fans match-ready, the countdown is officially on.

HOT 1027 BREAKFAST On 102.7FM, DStv audio channel 822, and streaming all over the world on www.hot1027.co.za. Weekdays 06H00-09H00

Addiction has the power to destroy relationships, careers and families. But experts say sobriety is possible — and sometimes all it takes - is one decision to change the course of a life. Ahead of "Drug Addiction Awareness day" later on this week, we're looking at the crisis in our country — along with the hope of recovery. HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look...

When South Africans think about addiction, they often picture the person using the drugs. But behind every packet of cocaine, every hit of crystal meth and every bag of heroin is a vast criminal network making billions of rands - while profiting off human misery. HOT1027's Tara Penny takes a look...

For those stuck in the car, in stuuupid traffic... HOT 1027 Drive with Ian F presents... the Department of Stupid Games. Have fun with us!

Property Perspectives Topic: Property auction market poised for 50% growth Guest: John Jack, Galetti Corporate Real Estate CEO

Expert Topic: Why young South Africans are choosing new cars over used vehicles Guest: Henry Botha, Head of Strategy and Business Analytics at Absa Vehicle Finance

Hot Topic Topic: Credit providers under fire as complaints rise sharply Guest: Kwanda Vabaza, Manager - Adjudication at the NFO's Banking and Credit Division

Expert Topic: The hidden link between immigration and the food on your table Guest: Dr Marc Wegerif Principal Investigator, Centre of Excellence in Food Security

Markets Guest: Simon Brown -JustOnelap

Distance may make the heart grow fonder, but apparently it doesn’t stand a chance against a big night of football. Michael checks in with Bunny after their reunion — with his usual questionable priorities.

HOT 1027 BREAKFAST On 102.7FM, DStv audio channel 822, and streaming all over the world on www.hot1027.co.za. Weekdays 06H00-09H00

For many South African families, admitting there's an addiction problem is only the first hurdle. The next is finding treatment they can actually afford. HOT1027's Tara Penny reports...

A Sandton mother whose son battled addiction for almost two decades has written a book about her family's ordeal in the hope of helping others. For every person battling addiction, there are often parents, partners and siblings fighting battles of their own. HOT1027's Tara Penny reports...

Expert Topic: Why business success in South Africa doesn’t always translate elsewhere in Africa Guest: Wendy Spalding, Director at Tuesday Consulting

Money Monday Topic: Why the Bank of Mom and Dad needs an exit strategy Guest: Lana Johnson, Franchise Principal and Financial Adviser at Consult by Momentum

Entrepreneurs Topic: How one entrepreneur is reinventing car repairs in South Africa Guest: Lesetja Dikgale Title: Founder of Michanic

Hot Topic Topic: National shutdown threat raises fresh questions about state readiness – Guest: Natasha Marrian: Political analyst, Bureau for Economic Research